Magnitude 4.5 quake hits near Gyeongju

We begin this Monday night with news of another quake rattling Korea’s southeastern region. The Korea Meteorological Administration says a moderate earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.5 struck near the city of Gyeongju at 8:33 PM, Korea time. The tremor was felt all across Gyeongsangbuk-do Province. Officials say it was centered about 11 kilometers from the southeastern city which was struck by two powerful quakes exactly a week ago. Since then, more than 370 aftershocks have been detected in the area, but tonight’s quake is considered the strongest so far. There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.